From a young age, I knew my path would be connected to gastronomy and hospitality. I started my own brand as a Pastry Chef, taking orders in my hometown and developing a deep love for precision, flavor, and creativity. Driven by a constant desire to learn more, I decided to refine my skills at Le Cordon Bleu Rio de Janeiro, where I immersed myself in French culinary techniques. That experience transformed my perspective and opened important doors in my career.

I later became the Executive Chef of a large catering company in my hometown, leading menus and events for up to 200 guests. Today, I’m pursuing a solo career as a chef, continually pushing my limits, exploring new ideas, and refining my craft to deliver work that is thoughtful, professional, and full of personality.

For me, cooking is...

demonstrate feelings through food

I learned to cook at...

Le Cordon Bleu Rio de Janeiro and improved every learning at my house testing every recipe I could from books and tv shows

A cooking secret...

is using flavors as my friends, taking them out to dance

My menus

The Italian alps

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Alpine Bruschetta: rustic toasted bread with fresh tomato, basil, and local goat cheese

FIRST COURSE

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Wild Mushroom Risotto: mushrooms foraged from alpine forests, finished with fontina cheese

MAIN COURSE

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Vitello al Limone (Veal with Lemon): tender veal with a light Sicilian lemon and herb sauce

Creamy Polenta with Reblochon Cheese: Italian-style polenta enriched with the typical Savoie cheese

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Light Berry Tiramisù: a fresh version with raspberries and blueberries from alpine valleys

Brazilian twist to an alpine summer

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Trout Tartare with Passion Fruit Fresh Alpine lake trout, seasoned with lime, olive oil, and passion fruit seeds

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Tropical Alpine Salad: Fresh greens, ripe mango, goat cheese shavings, and a citrus vinaigrette

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Alpine Moqueca: trout, tomato, bell pepper, onion, dendê oil, fresh cilantro

Brazilian-Style Feijoada with traditional sides: white rice, crunchy farofa, sautéed kale, orange slices

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Alpine Chocolate Pavê: Layers of biscuits soaked in local liqueur, Swiss chocolate cream, and vanilla mousse

When a mediterranean breeze hits the Alps

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Fresh goat cheese mousse and acacia honey, finished with caramelized alpine walnut powder

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Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad with Almonds and Alpine Touch

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Alpine trout fillet grilled with herbs, accompanied by gnocchi and slow-roasted tomato jus with a hint of lavender

Reinterpreted ratatouille with individually roasted vegetable cylinders, finished with a reduction of Savoie white wine and rosemary-infused olive oil

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White chocolate filled with alpine berry compote and light mascarpone cream, served with almond crumble and raspberry sorbet

Alpine essence

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Alpine Sharing Platter - selection of Beaufort and Tomme cheeses, artisanal cured meats, rustic breads, and marinated vegetables, perfect for sharing at the table

FIRST COURSE

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Summer Le Puy Lentil Salad – fresh lentils with aromatic herbs, cherry tomatoes, and a citrus touch

MAIN COURSE

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Light Ratatouille with Grilled Diots, served with herb potato salad

Herb-Roasted Chicken, with light gratin dauphinois and grilled summer vegetables

Orange-Glazed Roast Pork, with honey-roasted sweet potatoes and fresh spinach

DESSERT

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Summer Blueberry Tart, with chilled vanilla coulis

Airy Chocolate Mousse, with almond crunch and citrus zest

Delicate Crêpes, served with artisanal fruit ice cream and caramel sauce

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Chef Marina's reviews

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12 services

Her service was incredible. Amazing food, service, and kindness. She went above and beyond. I highly recommend her and can’t wait to use her again.

Marina fue excelente!! Su presentacion, puntualidad, calidez, sabor. Super recomendable!!

We had the pleasure of booking Chef Marina Ferreira during our stay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and her service was exceptional from start to finish. Over three days she prepared outstanding meals—beautifully presented, full of flavour, and truly memorable. She went above and beyond, even making a South African dessert (malva pudding) on special request, which was absolutely perfect. Her professionalism, warmth, and culinary talent made our experience unforgettable. Highly recommended.

Marina, para além de ser uma excelente Chef, é pontual, organizada, simpática e atenciosa. Adorei a experiência. Foi a primeira de muitas. Obrigada.

Marina foi maravilhosa do início ao fim!! Desde o planejamento do menu a apresentação e preparação dos pratos - tudo estava delicioso!! O pastel de palmito de entrada estava INACREDITÁVEL, a salada refrescante com o toque tropical que eu tinha pedido, o porco suculento e perfeitamente temperado e a sobremesa equilibrada e deliciosa!! Super recomendo os serviços da Marina e se voltarmos ao Rio com ctz vou contratar novamente!